Kralingen Oost, Rotterdam
NeighbourhoodThis 1926 apartment on Kortekade sits in one of Rotterdam's most characterful neighbourhoods. With 123 m² of living space and an energy label C, it offers generous proportions for a pre-war home. The asking price of €525,000 is notably keen compared to the neighbourhood average, partly because apartments in Rotterdam of this size are scarce at this level.
Kralingen Oost is a mixed bag, according to residents. One says: "It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses." Another is less enthusiastic: "No one here is social, always immediately aggressive and there is not enough green, everything is rubbish." A third resident sums it up: "I grew up in Kralingen so from my perspective it's a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram." Based on three reviews, the neighbourhood Kralingen Oost scores a 6.75 out of 10. The area has a high proportion of single-person households and a young population, with many students and young professionals.
For daily groceries, a SPAR is just around the corner, while Albert Heijn and Aldi are a couple of streets away. There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Montessorischool Kralingen and Vrije School Vredehof, both a few minutes' walk. Secondary schools like Libanon Lyceum are also nearby. The municipality Rotterdam provides extensive public transport links, with tram and metro stops close by.
At the time of writing, the home is listed through several channels, including SONNY Vastgoed, Huispedia and Funda. The price is 47% below the neighbourhood average asking price of €981,625, making it a relatively affordable option in this sought-after area.
Details of this home
Kortekade 79B02, Rotterdam
Satisfactory · 3 residents
It is a very safe neighbourhood. It is clean and beautiful with its nature and houses. The metro and tram are nearby and from there you can get anywhere really. There are also always enough shared bikes/scooters in the area. For children, there are plenty of schools and sports facilities in the neighbourhood. A playground is not very close, only a big one on the Oudedijk. But there are enough small parks to play in, or on school playgrounds. There are plenty of nice little cafes and ice cream shops.
Auto-translated to English by AINo one here is social, always immediately aggressive and there is not enough green, everything is rubbish
Auto-translated to English by AII grew up in Kralingen so from my perspective it's a very nice, cosy neighbourhood, easily accessible by e.g. metro or tram. Sometimes there are dangerous incidents, like shootings, but that's almost never and hardly anyone actually experiences them. There are often people trying to steal bikes. The hygiene is fine, it's not a dirty neighbourhood... but there is a lot of litter, especially plastic. I went to school here myself, so I think the education is very good; most people get an average or higher secondary school recommendation, so there's nothing to complain about. A pity is that there aren't that many facilities; of course there's the Kralingse Plas and the forest, but compared to e.g. Hillegersberg-Schiebroek it's a bit less entertaining because there are many cafes and shops there, and in Kralingen I miss that. But it remains my hometown!
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About Kortekade 79B02, Rotterdam
The asking price of €525,000 is 47% below the average asking price in Kralingen Oost (€981,625) and also below the median of €679,000. Given the 123 m² floor area and energy label C, the price per m² works out to about €4,268, which is well under the neighbourhood average of €6,246 per m². This suggests the home is priced keenly, possibly due to its pre-war construction or specific features not detailed in the listing.
The home has energy label C, which is average for a pre-war apartment. In the neighbourhood, 32.4% of homes have label C, while 38% have D or lower. Label C means reasonable energy efficiency, but you can expect moderate heating costs. It is not as efficient as modern homes but better than many older properties in the area.
Residents mention that metro and tram stops are nearby, making it easy to reach other parts of Rotterdam. The nearest train station is 2.7 km away, so for national rail connections you would need a short bus or bike ride. The area also has shared bikes and scooters available.
Reviews are mixed. One resident describes the neighbourhood as safe and clean, with many families and good schools. Another finds it unsocial and aggressive. A third says it is cosy and accessible, though notes occasional bike theft. Overall, the area has a young population with many single-person households, so expect a diverse mix of students, professionals and families.
The nearest park or public garden is 0.3 km away, so green space is just a few minutes' walk. Residents mention the Kralingse Plas and forest as a major asset, though some feel the neighbourhood itself lacks sufficient greenery compared to areas like Hillegersberg-Schiebroek.
Safety perceptions vary. One resident says it is very safe, while another mentions occasional dangerous incidents like shootings, though these are rare. Bike theft is a common nuisance. The total number of crimes in the neighbourhood is 521, which is moderate for an urban area with over 8,600 residents.
There are several primary schools within walking distance, including Montessorischool Kralingen (69 m) and Vrije School Vredehof (138 m). For secondary education, Vrije School Zuid-Holland and Libanon Lyceum are nearby. Residents generally rate the education as good, with most children receiving average or higher secondary school recommendations.
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